IAdea XDS-151 User manual

XDS-151 User’s Manual

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Contents
1. Introduction 1
Features 1
Box Contents 1
Physical ports and features 1
2. Configuring the XDS-151 2
Mounting Options and Hardware Installation 2
Menu setup 2
USB keyboard configuration menus 3
Navigating the menus 3
Connect the XDS-151 to your network 3
Clock and calendar settings 4
Audio volume settings 5
Setting a password 5
Factory reset 5
Applying firmware upgrades 5
3. Content Management 6
4. Working with SMIL 7
Introduction 7
www.a-smil.org for developers 7
5. Technical Data 8
Specifications 8
6. Appendix: FAQ 9

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1. Introduction
This document describes the hardware and software operations of the XDS-151, system set up, and frequently asked
questions.
Features
300-nits 15-inch widescreen LCD display and stereo speakers
Built-in wireless b/g/n (2.4GHz only) network and optional USB Ethernet adapter
Supports advanced device programming via the W3C SMIL open API
Box Contents
NOT INCLUDED: A USB keyboard required to change system settings. A Philips #2 Screwdriver to install the power plug.
Physical ports and features
Main Unit
AC Power Adapter
& cord
Monopod flex stand
(Optional)
Wi-Fi Antenna
Quick Start Guide

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2. Configuring the XDS-151
Mounting Options and Hardware Installation
Option 1: Supplied Monopod Flex
Stand
Option 2: Optional tabletop VESA
stand
Option 3: 3rd party VESA MIS-D75
fixtures (75mmx75mm)
Installing the Monopod Flex Stand
SCREW-MOUNT supplied
monopod into a VESA post
BEND monopod to adjust height
RE-ATTACH to another VESA
post for more display angles
Installing Wi-Fi antenna and power plug
SCREW-MOUNT Wi-Fi
antenna
REMOVE screw to
detach metal plate
ATTACH power plug
RE-ATTACH plate and
tighten screw
Menu setup
1Attach the AC power adapter to power on the unit. The following progress bar will be displayed on your
monitor:
2Player boot process takes approximately 90 seconds to complete. After boot up, the player will indicate that
it is ready for content sync via the USB port.
The player will boot into the “Open Standard Media Player” screen. Plug
in a USB keyboard to enter configuration menus. The menu and blue
background will appear in about 30 seconds.
If you have already loaded media contents into the player, contents will
play back immediately after boot up, and the “Open Standard Media
Player” screen will not be shown. You can still plug in a USB keyboard at
any time during playback to enter the menu system.
~ 90 seconds

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USB keyboard configuration menus
You must attach a USB keyboard to the XDS-151 to configure settings. With the player booted up and ready, it takes
approximately 30 seconds after you plug in the keyboard for the following menu to be displayed:
Navigating the menus
Navigate the menus using arrow keys, space bar, enter key, ESC, and numeral keys on your USB keyboard. Use the
keyboard arrow keys to highlight menu items, press the space bar to move the star (cursor), and then press enter to
confirm (<OK>) or reject (<Cancel>) any changes.
Connect the XDS-151 to your network
Determine a connection type
To connect to wireless networks, the player will scan for wireless signals nearby during boot up. If the network
requires authentication, you will be asked to provide the password via USB keyboard for access.
To connect via wired networks, attach an Ethernet cable and wireless connection will be disabled.
Player IP address
You will also need an IP address for the player on your network. This could be set automatically (DHCP) or manually
(static IP):
1) DHCP –automatically assign network IP address
DHCP is enabled by default. You do not need to change the settings unless setting a static IP.
2) Static –manually assign network IP address
Move the highlight to “Static IP” below, press
“Space bar” on the keyboard to fill in the star (*)
at the Static IP brackets, and press “Enter” on
the keyboard to select <OK>.

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Clock and calendar settings
Time and Time Zone must be set correctly for scheduled playback.
SET local time, then
SET time zone.
Daylight Saving (DST) rules can be configured when you
enter the Set time zone submenu.
Proceed to configure an available static IP address.
Please ask your network administrator for
assistance if necessary
Highlight “IP configuration” and press “Enter” on
keyboard to <Select>
Highlight “Time setting” and press
“Enter” on keyboard to <Select>

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Audio volume settings
Setting a password
To prevent your player settings from being modified, set a player
password to hide the menus.
From the top level menu, select “Change password” to set a
password.
Once a password is set, you can only access the menus by
connecting a USB keyboard and pressing CONTROL + ALT + DELETE
(3-key combination) simultaneously. You may connect the
keyboard at any stage of player operation or before/ during boot-
up.
If you forget the password, you will need to reset the device. See
Factory reset.
Factory reset
If you forget a system password you have set, you must reset the system to regain access to the player. System reset
will re-initialize the system, clear passwords, and return settings to their default values. Perform the following:
1. Connect USB keyboard
2. Reboot the player and look for the reset instructions on the top left (circled in screenshot below). When it
appears, press the Delete key on your keyboard
If you missed the reset window, unplug power and try again
3. You should see a menu with a reset confirmation dialogue box. SELECT Yes to confirm
4. WAIT while system reboots to complete reset
Applying firmware upgrades
Firmware updates can be performed using a USB flash drive or via network, depending on management software used.
Please read the release notes carefully regarding the changes that will be made to your player before applying the
upgrade
1. Obtain the latest firmware and copy it to the root directory of a USB drive
2. Power on device and plug USB keyboard to the device to enter menu system
3. Follow on screen instructions and select firmware upgrade option in the menu
4. When instructed, plug in the USB drive to begin firmware upgrade
From the Main Menu, select Output setting to enter the
submenu.
(Set display brightness is not available in the XDS-151)
You can enter the sound level in percentage (%) from 0
(quietest) to 100 (loudest) or in decibels (db) from -22
(quietest) to 0 (loudest)

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3. Content Management
Please see the software set up instructions for your management system

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4. Working with SMIL
The XDS-151 uses open communications protocols for highly flexible content presentation and playback control. SMIL-
compliance means predictable results across multiple devices, and SMIL’s non-proprietary nature means that your
investments are never obsolete.
Introduction
Using SMIL (pronounced “smile”), the language created by W3C for multimedia communications, the media player
understands the language “spoken”by professional tools from companies such as Adobe, Apple, Microsoft, and Real
Networks. What this means is quicker, easier, and better integration of your players into your digital signage networks,
opening up avenues of software controls and realizing the full potential of your player hardware down the road.
www.a-smil.org for developers
The media player utilizes W3C SMIL open standard, making it easier to customize to your project management needs.
For resources, downloads, and community support, please visit www.a-smil.org.

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5. Technical Data
Specifications
XDS-151
Display and Sound
15.6” 16:9 TFT LCD panel
300 nits brightness
1366x768 panel resolution
Built-in stereo speakers 2Wx2
Video format support
MPEG-1 or MPEG-4 ASP (up to 2 Mbps bitrate)
Recommended 16:9 video resolution: 640x360 or 720x400
Image format support
JPEG baseline (1280x720 recommended resolution)
Audio codec support
MP3 or MPEG L2 audio (up to 384Kbps)
Playback control
W3C SMIL 3.0 instructions (sub-set)
Real-time clock playlist events
Network playlist sync
USB direct sync
Content management
Manager Express starter utility
Compatible with 3rd party management software
Network Connectivity and
I/O Ports
Ethernet: RJ45 Port
Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
USB host (Type A)
3.5mm stereo audio out jack
Digital Signage Features
“Power auto on” upon power cord attach
Automatic error recovery (built-in WDT)
Real-time clock with backup battery
Automatic NTP clock adjustment
Local storage
Internal 2GB NAND flash
Memory card slot: Secure Digital Card (SD/SDHC)
Accessories
Power adapter
Ethernet cable
Wi-Fi antenna
Monopod flex stand
(Optional) PVK-202 VESA display stand
Power supply
12V, 3.3A DC
Power consumption
24W (video playback at 100% brightness)
Environmental
Operating temperature: 0 –40°C / 32 –104°F
Humidity: 5 –85% @ 40°C / 32 –104°F non-condensing
Dimensions (WxHxD)
382 x 253 x 54 mm / 15” x 10” x 2.13”
Weight
2.65 Kg / 5.84 pounds
Safety
UL-approved/PSE (Japan) certified AC adapter
Certifications
CE/FCC/RoHS
Warranty
One-year limited parts & labor

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6. Appendix: FAQ
How do I know if my wireless is properly connected?
On player boot up, it attempts to obtain an IP address from your router via the wireless link. If the result is successful,
you should see an IP address within your network range. If this fails, you would see an IP in the form of 169.254.1.x
which indicates it has not been able to receive a valid IP address, probably due to poor wireless connection.
When I have wireless configured and Ethernet wire connected, which path (wired or wireless) is data sent?
When both wired and wireless network are connected, the wired Ethernet connection takes precedence. As soon as
you unplug the network wire, the system attempts to reconnect via wireless link.
I see jagged edges in my pictures, especially those generated using computer programs (e.g., PowerPoint).
How do I improve picture quality?
The XDS-151 is limited to 18-bit color depth due to the LCD technology used. To reduce the effect of limited color
space, ask your content producer to use "dithering" techniques to improve viewing quality.
What video format can I play?
Video files encoded in MPEG-4 ASP up to 720x400 resolutions and 2Mbps bitrates should play perfectly. If a certain
video is not played as scheduled, or if it plays poorly, please search the support site for “transcode” instructions.
My signboard is placed near my Wi-Fi access point, yet the connection is unreliable.
Wi-Fi appliances in general should be placed 10 feet (3 meters) from the Wi-Fi access point for reliable operation. Try
relocating the access point further away from the signboards to improve connection.
What can I do about the gap between video and video?
Video gaps (blank screen) occur before and after each video is played. To minimize the gap, avoid back to back video
programming by scheduling an image between each video.
What is the maximum file size for a single video file?
The maximum video file size for the XDS-151 is 2GB. We recommend reserving a safety margin to avoid exceeding the
limit (i.e. limiting files to 1850MB).
How do I manage the playback of contents?
The media appliance is designed to be interoperable with leading 3rd party management software solutions or via
SMIL open standard commands.
Could the player display Flash or Microsoft PowerPoint presentations?
The player features limited PowerPoint support, but not Flash support.
While PCs can play many formats with varying degrees of success, RISC-based media players are designed to reliably
play specific video formats (Please see spec for details). While Microsoft PowerPoint native files could not play directly
on a RISC-based player, the file is converted through other software (i.e. Adfotain Manager Express) into an image
format to be played as an image slideshow.
Why won’t some media files play smoothly?
The video data bit-rate may be higher than the recommended bit rate (2Mbps). MPEG-4 ASP is the required codec.
Please search for the “transcode” tutorial at www.IAdea.com/support to transcode unplayable videos.
The media playback looks different on a PC compared to the media player’s screen. (Wrong aspect ratio)
The XDS-151 will always stretch contents to wide-screen aspect ratio (approx. 16:9), regardless of the native
resolution of the video source. If you format your video for 16:9 (wide) in your editor, the output should be correct
regardless of the encoding resolution.
There are 2 major aspect ratios (width-to-height ratios) for video content, but many kinds of displays. If you play 4:3
video on a 16:9 display (or vice versa), a circle becomes oval, and the picture takes on a squeezed or stretched look. To
avoid this distorted look, adding black bars are a common technique.
Some JPEG images cannot be played in the media player.
Progressive JPEG are not supported. Please convert to baseline JPEG for maximum compatibility.
JPEG images can be either of 2 types: baseline or progressive compression. Baseline JPEG offers greatest compatibility,

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while progressive JPEGs are suitable for web site images. Progressive images are downloaded and displayed
“progressively,” being rendered more clearly as more data is received over the internet. Progressive images are
primarily supported on PCs. For media appliances, make sure to save images as baseline JPEG in your photo editor, or
resave them as baseline JPEGs using free tools such as IrfanView (http://www.irfanview.com/).
Does the media player support video streaming?
No. IAdea media players play files from local storage and do not support real-time video streaming over the network.
This delivers an optimum viewing experience free of playback quality issues such as stuttering, blocking, or blue-
screens.
However, XMP series players support dynamic content delivery to push individual files quickly over the network using
the SOAP API. This method is a compromise between live streaming with its high bandwidth demands and entire
playlist content updates which necessitate longer update cycles.
The media player is not playing. What should I do?
Check the player’s messages on the display (OSD, or on screen display) for status information.
Play list errors and scheduling issues are two major causes of playback problems. To determine if the problem is
caused by a bad play list, just delete the play list and restart player. The player should loop through all media files,
indicating a fault with the play list.
If the playback is scheduled to play at specific time, check to see if the device is set to the right time zone on the world
clock. When nothing seems wrong, the time zone setting is often the reason the program is not played.